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Find Local Bars, Bathrooms and More on This City App

MyCityWay Now aims to be your one-stop urban guide for directions to restaurants, Wi-Fi hotspot locations, and everything in between.

The app was announced Monday and will first hit New York City users April 17 before making its way across the U.S., Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia. MyCityWay Now is like a personalized concierge service for the locals and tourists. The real-time mobile app sends local news, commuter updates and information about the best sales and restaurant deals your way.

MyCityWay Now stands out among other reference platforms because it gives travelers almost everything they need to know in a streamlined app. All the information is location-based, and can help you find things like the closest skating rinks and even the nearest restroom.

The homepage for the app is divided up into nine sections:

Eat and Drink: The Eat and Drink section has both a Dining section and one for coffee. Soon the app will also have a section where you can order food.

What's On: What's On provides information on what movies are out and where you can see them, as well as info on theater performances and local events.

Places to Go: Places to Go helps you locate the nearest Art Galleries and Museums, Zoos and Aquariums, Libraries, Sporting and Recreation events, stuff for the kids and free events going on in town. Places are broken down event down to the type of place, so whether you're looking to go bowling or look at a certain type of art, you can narrow your search down appropriately.

Getting Around: The Getting Around section has transit maps for the city, as well as parking information for where you are, taxi and car service info, and info on local public transportation.

Shop: The Shop section can help you find a certain type of shop such as Antiques and Music Instruments. The section also has a Deals & Offers option where you can see what bargains might be available in the area from sites like LivingSocial and BestDeals.

Rejuvenate: The Rejuvenate section locates the nearest salons and spas in the area.Need: A Need section provides information about where to find certain basic services such as Wi-Fi, restrooms, pharmacies and and ATMs you may need to locate in a flash.

Travel: The Travel section helps you locate airports and attractions in the area, with plans to also add info about local hotels and tours.

If you're interested in giving the app a try, you can sign up on the company's website to get an email on April 17 when the app hits the store.

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